Thread: Earth Light

I live not far from alderley edge which has its own legend of a wizard and sleeping knights etc , since reading The UnderWorld Initiation the edge has opened its self up and revealed much to me

I am glad. You have a deep understanding. This will hold you true for many years to come.

the wizard of alderley is an intrestin story especially if used as a pathworking

i wouldnt mind hearing the story do you know a site that might have it?

This is a shortened version, if anyone is interested I can post further information and web sites
once upon a time a farmer from Mobberley, mounted on a milk-white horse, was crossing the Edge on his way to Macclesfield to sell the animal. He had reached a spot known as the Thieves’ Hole, and, as he slowly rode along thinking of the profitable bargain which he hoped to make, was startled by the sudden appearance of an old man, tall and strangely clad in a deep flowing garment. The old man ordered him to stop, told him that he knew the errand upon which the rider was bent, and offered a sum of money for the horse. The farmer, however, refused the offer, not thinking it sufficient. “Go, then, to Macclesfield,” said the old man, “but mark my words, you will not sell the horse. Should you find my words come true, meet me this evening, and I will buy your horse.” The farmer laughed at such a prophecy, and went on his way. To his great surprise, and greater disappointment, nobody would buy, though all admired his beautiful horse. He was, therefore, compelled to return. On approaching the Edge he saw the old man again. Checking his horse’s pace, he began to consider how far it might be prudent to deal with a perfect stranger in so lonely a place. However, while he was considering what to do, the old man commanded him, “Follow me!” Silently the old man led him by the Seven Firs, the Golden Stone, by Stormy Point, and Saddle Boll. Just as the farmer was beginning to think he had gone far enough he fancied that he heard a horse neighing underground. Again he heard it. Stretching forth his arm the old man touched a rock with a wand, and immediately the farmer saw a ponderous pair of iron gates, which, with a sound like thunder, flew open. The horse reared bolt upright, and the terrified farmer fell on his knees praying that his life might be spared. “Fear nothing,” spoke the Wizard, “and behold a sight which no mortal eye has ever looked upon.” They went into the cave. In a long succession of caverns the farmer saw a countless number of men and horses, the latter milk-white, and all fast asleep. In the innermost cavern heaps of treasure were piled up on the ground. From these glittering heaps the old man bade the farmer take the price he desired for his horse, and thus addressed him: “You see these men and horses; the number was not complete. Your horse was wanted to make it complete. Remember these words, there will come a day
When foemen, marshaled in array,
And fiends intestine shall combine
To seal the ruin of our line.
Thrice lost shall England be, thrice won,
’Twixt dawn of day and setting sun;
Then we, the wondrous CAVERNED BAND!
These mailed martyrs for the land,
Shall rush resistless on the foe,
And they the power of Cestrians know;
And thus all-glorious day be won
By royal George great George’s son. ( George was added at a latter date 1808 approx)
Then bootless groans shall travellers hear,
Who pass thy forest, Delamere!
Their dabbled wings shall ravens toss,
Croaking o’er bloodstained Headless Cross.

these men and these horses, awakening from their enchanted slumber, will descend into the plain, decide the fate of a great battle, and save their country.. Go home in safety. Leave your horse with me. No harm will befall you; but henceforward no mortal eye will ever look upon the iron gates. Begone!” The farmer lost no time in obeying. He heard the iron gates close with the same fearful sounds with which they were opened, and made the best of his way to Mobberley.

some associate the story with that of king Arthur and his knights and that the wizard was Merlin, yet there has always
there have always been stories that the golden stone hides a treasure , attempts have been made to move it, spiritual people say that the stone admits a golden aura, yet in 19994 solid gold bronze age axe heads where discovered buried around it

this is very interesting hope to see more

Here are a few sites that you may find interesting

The Legends of Alderley Edge
YouTube - The Wizard's Well, Alderley Edge
Alderley Edge

YouTube - Alderly Edge

the full version may be to long to post here .
Alex sanders the once crowned king of the witches ( he was one along with Gerald gardener started the witchcraft revival) used to hold his coven meetings at alderley, and news paper photos where taken on the edge some can still be found on the web.

Fantastic info. I will definitely look into it. Thank You.

Are these 3 books available soft copies / pdf? Thanks.

@Iza: I looked these up in google. Not there.